David Trueman

Opinion: Rights override effort flies under the radar Premier Tim Houston wants to strip Nova Scotians of ability to seek court’s ruling on charter violations, writes Vince Calderhead.

Premier Tim Houston wants to strip Nova Scotians of ability to seek court’s ruling on charter violations, writes Vince Calderhead. www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

It would seem a simple problem to solve: just lightly sprinkle sand on the wet paint.

It’s not too late. Tonight at 7:30 at the Halifax Central Library. Tickets available at the door. Also tomorrow at First Baptist on Oxford at 4pm.

What about poster-sized? I’d certainly participate in a project which would be more effective if every one was delivered personally.

We need to print a wallet sized version of this with HRM-related notes and give one to every member of Halifax Regional Council!!

🌉 The city’s Macdonald Bridge Bikeway counter has been added to my list!
It’s been a long journey to get here. The counter was installed over 2 years ago but had a few install and tech problems that took time to resolve.
Thanks to HRM AT staff for getting it all fixed up and giving me access!

For sure. The provincial laws are the root of the problem.

To be clear, I am just surmising. But they already have a sign where the COLT crosses the 102/Joe Howe slip lane. That one actually says that cyclists must dismount at all intersections which is just plain wrong.

I call it design for entrapment. Design knowing people will ride it, CYA with a sign, and knowing that if you get hit the police will charge you.

I suspect that the sign is indeed for the cross-ride since they are not legal (yet) in NS. In our presentation for the new TSA regulations we will make a strong case that they need to be legalized.

“Every bicycle is one less car on the road, meaning that there’s less congestion. . . The more cars we can get off the road, the more room there will be for the people who have to drive.” @davidwtrueman.bsky.social on why investing in protected bicycle infrastructure is good for everyone #BikeHFX

Of course, they left out the part where I said that some people think the bollards are better than nothing and others feel they are so narrow that we would be better off without them. I talked about the broader issues of seasonal maintenance on all bike lanes as well (thus the photo on Almon).

‘He was a beautiful man’: North-end Halifax mural honours beloved community fixture Family, community dazzled by mural honouring Graham Prevost, his improvised helmet and his trusty bicycle

Really nice #BikeHFX article www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...

This is an excellent article to come up to speed on the inequity associated with the assessment cap.

Can we get this in Halifax please #BikeHfx

Not all the line painting is done but there have been no delays the last few times

Here is the link: cyclehalifax.ca/wp-content/u...

I would say it has been well received in that it is leading to a review of the city’s policy.

Same here. We (HCC) developed a policy paper on them which led to a councillor asking for a staff report on setting a higher standard (I.e. meeting NACTO recommendations). So, we can hope.

Hopefully we’ll see more of these on local street bikeways so that they actually meet criteria in terms of traffic volume and speed.

The intersection of Allan and Harvard streets in a residential neighbourhood of Halifax. A cycling is passing through the intersection on Allan St.

Construction of the Harvard/Allan diagonal diverter (modal filter) is supposed to begin next Monday and be completed by December 8, according to notices delivered to residents today #BikeHfx

A woman wearing a mint green helmet takes a selfie of her and a woman wearing a purple helmet with a bridge, canal, and castle in the background.

I had a fun time playing bike tour guide with @bikehfxlobby.bsky.social in a special #KidicalMassHfx meets #KidicalMassOttawa mash-up today 🎉.

Jillian (& @envirojen.bsky.social) really ignited my spark for doing this movement building here. It was so nice to chat and share wins & challenges.

Choirs for Change Concerts in support of the #Halifax Refugee Clinic.

For comparison purposes, roughly 400,000 bikes counted by #bikehfxstats in a similar period. Not exactly apples to apples in that a bike counted is not equivalent to a trip. And may trips are missed by counters.

That’s amazing. Needless to say I am not of Borealis caliber. It is a great organization!

I fell in love with the choir Polaris after going to their concerts for 3 years. This Fall I joined! We are offering a concert on Nov. 29 & 30 to benefit Halifax Refugee Clinic. Keep reading the thread for more details and links for tickets.

Choirs for Change presents: A Safe Place to Land November 29 Choirs for Change is proud to present A Safe Place to Land, a joint concert experience with Polaris and Astra.The programme tells a story of journeys undertaken and new places found, told through a bl...

This year, we're presenting music from cultures with histories of displacement. It's a lovely mix of songs including a blend of Acadian music, Eastern European music, and three pieces by Palestinian-Jordanian composer Natalie Fasheh. Read on for dates and ticket links.

Choirs for Change presents: A Safe Place to Land November 29 Choirs for Change is proud to present A Safe Place to Land, a joint concert experience with Polaris and Astra.The programme tells a story of journeys undertaken and new places found, told through a bl...

Concerts are on Saturday November 29 (7:30PM) and Sunday November 30 (4:00PM). Tickets and details are here - thank you!

Saturday:
www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...

Sunday:
www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...

Choirs for Change presents: A Safe Place to Land November 29 Choirs for Change is proud to present A Safe Place to Land, a joint concert experience with Polaris and Astra.The programme tells a story of journeys undertaken and new places found, told through a bl...

This year, we're presenting music from cultures with histories of displacement. It's a lovely mix of songs including a blend of Acadian music, Eastern European music, and three pieces by Palestinian-Jordanian composer Natalie Fasheh. Read on for dates and ticket links.

“At least now we know the best weapons for the fight: power to working people, guts, hope, joy, and even fun.”

Motion from Sam Austin for RC meet on 18 Nov. to "accelerate implementation of HRM’s Road Safety program as it relates to road design"
including to "Provide short-term options for the 2026/2027 budget as a potential over budget item"
pub-halifax.escribemeetings.com/filestream.a...